Edward Snowden
Edward Snowden is a former NSA contractor who became widely known for leaking classified information about government surveillance programs. His actions sparked a global debate about privacy, security, and the role of technology in society, making him a significant figure in discussions about digital rights.
Born on Jun 21, 1983 (42 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norway | 1 | 6.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 5,421,241 | 4,344 | $403,000 | 323$ |
| Totals | 1 | 5,421,241 | 4,344 | $403,000 | 323$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
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Norway:
Edward Snowden leaked documents in 2013 that revealed illegal mass surveillance by the NSA.
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Switzerland:
Edward Snowden is mentioned as a whistleblower who fled to Moscow.
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Turkey:
Edward Snowden is known for leaking classified intelligence documents in 2013.
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Peru:
Edward Snowden revealed documents showing that the NSA had found multiple backdoors to collect information without user knowledge.
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Canada:
Edward Snowden is interviewed in the documentary The Six Billion Dollar Man.
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South Africa:
Edward Snowden is known for his defection to Russia and revealing information about government surveillance.
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Guatemala:
Edward Snowden is a key figure interviewed in the documentary, known for leaking NSA documents.
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Ecuador:
Edward Snowden revealed information in 2013 that disclosed a total of about 21,000 employees at the NSA.
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Slovakia:
Edward Snowden is referenced as the whistleblower who revealed international spying operations.
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United Kingdom:
Edward Snowden revealed the US's secret surveillance of its citizens.
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